coconut compassion curry

Yesterday, October 1st marked World Vegetarian Day. I love this event because it gives me an opportunity to reflect on how I became vegan and the reasons why I continue to live this lifestyle.

I think it’s crucial to note here that veganism is not about superiority, intimidation or bullying. As vegans, while it’s important for us to stand up for what we believe in, it’s equally important to do so in a way that is kind, caring and with good intention. We need to create gateways instead of putting up walls.

It’s essential for me to live a life of compassion for all beings. Colleen Patrick-Goudreau perhaps puts it best, “being vegan is about saying yes to my values of compassion and wellness. It’s pretty amazing to wake up every morning knowing that every decision I make is to cause as little harm as possible.”

With that in mind, I created a beautiful curry dish. What started out as a random assortment of ingredients, turned into a warm, comforting meal.